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HRD 809

1953 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1131cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,747 mi
Last recorded98,747 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 1953 Volkswagen Beetle45,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRD 809
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1953
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,131cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2014 98,747 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 97,697 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 97,404 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 96,393 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 95,588 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 95,031 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 94,036 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 92,644 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 91,855 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 90,526 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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HRD 809 is a 1953 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,131cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 45,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HRD 809, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 73 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HRD 809?

You can check the full history of HRD 809 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HRD 809 registered?

HRD 809 is a 1953 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 November 1953.

Is HRD 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRD 809 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HRD 809 have outstanding finance?

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